The motorcycle collided with a deer Monday
(HURON COUNTY) – For the second time with in two weeks, the Huron County Sheriffs office has investigated accidents where motorcyclists have been injured after hitting deer just before dawn. Monday morning at 05:55, Sgt. James Hunt responded to the area of Atwater Rd. and Barrie Rd. in Sheridan Township, where a 24-year-old Ubly man had struck a deer.
Investigation concluded that Bryan Bland and a companion on another motorcycle were westbound when Bland struck a deer. Upon impact, the deer virtually exploded, injuring the rider who was able to maintain his balance. When Bland stopped, his companion had to help him off of the motorcycle and onto the ground.
Both were covered in fecal, as well as other inner matter from the deer, along with their motorcycles. Fortunately, the companion was able to avoid the deer. The injured rider was transported to the Huron Medical Center for treatment by the Bingham Ambulance Service. The Bingham Township Fire Department also responded and assisted at the scene.
Sheriff Kelly Hanson said for the last several weeks, deer have been out and visible more so than usual, basically being seen all hours of the day and night. With this abnormal activity has been a slight increase of accidents involving deer.
Sheriff Hanson said drivers need to exercise extreme caution, especially motorcyclists because of the increased risks of serious injuries, or death.
